House OKs bill declaring national polls as non-working holiday

MANILA, Philippines – The House of Representatives on Wednesday approved on second reading a bill declaring national election days as a regular non-working holiday, aimed at allowing voters to cast ballots without sacrificing a day’s wage. In a voice vote, lawmakers approved House Bill No. 8392, which seeks to hold national elections and special “electoral activities” like plebiscites, referendums, people’s initiatives, recall elections and special elections as a holiday. “Voter’s shouldn’t have to rush through the process,” 4Ps Rep. JC Abalos told the House floor in his sponsorship speech.  READ: Bangsamoro elections postponed for 4th time “They would be able […]... Keep on reading: House OKs bill declaring national polls as non-working holiday

Original source: Philippine Daily Inquirer